Tortoise Pose
Kurmasana
How to
Sit with the legs wide, bend the knees, and slide the arms under the knees before straightening the legs and lowering the torso between them.
Benefits
- Deeply stretches the hips, shoulders and spine
- Calms the mind through a long, held fold
- A traditional pose for turning attention inward
Practice
An advanced fold — build toward it with hamstring and shoulder openers first, and hold for as long as feels steady.
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General information, not medical advice. If you have a health condition or pain, talk to a doctor or qualified teacher first.
